Ohio State Acceptance Rate

So, you’re thinking about applying to Ohio State University, and you’re curious about your chances of admission. Well, we’re here to help! Of course, there are a lot of factors in the admissions process, and it’s impossible to accurately predict whether you’ll be admitted or not. However, the most important factors in the admissions game are your GPA and test scores. So, using those as a measure, we can give you an estimate of your chances.

With an acceptance rate of 49%, admission to Ohio State is extremely competitive. Based on our analysis, to have a good chance of being admitted, you need to be at the very top of your class and have an SAT score of close to 1600, or an ACT score of around 35.

Not quite there? Try taking our SAT prep course and You’ll still have a chance of getting in, but it’s in the single digits. Let’s take a closer look at Ohio State admission statistics.

Ohio State Admissions Statistics

Ohio State’s acceptance rate in 2017 was 49%. For students applying to the class of 2021, out of 40,240 applicants, Ohio State admitted about 19,872. The average GPA of admitted applicants was 3.72, the average ACT score was 29, and the average SAT score was 1330.

For students who took the ACT, the 25th percentile score of successful applicants was 27, and the 75th percentile score was 31.

For students who took the SAT, the 25th percentile score was 1240. The 75th percentile score was 1440.

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If you’re somewhere in the middle of these numbers, remember that a high test score can compensate for a slightly lower GPA, and vice versa. If you’re at the lower end, it helps if you’re a diverse applicant, the child of an alum, or have incredible personal achievements. Still, at the 25th percentile, your chances of getting in are in the low single digits.

Other aspects of your application, such as athletics, extracurricular and recommendations, are important, but will likely only make a difference for admission if you’re in the 75th percentile range for your GPA and SAT/ACT scores.

As we said, admission to Ohio State is very competitive. Even if Ohio State is your dream school, and even if you’re in the 75th percentile, you’ll still want to make sure you apply to a wide variety of schools to ensure you’ll gain admission somewhere.

Generally, you should have at least three safety schools (where you are in the 75th percentile of GPA/test scores), three reach schools (where you are in the 25th percentile of GPA/test scores) and three target schools (where you are near the average for GPA/test scores) on your list.

OK, so you’ve decided to apply. We took a look at Ohio State’s admissions requirements to help you get everything in order.

Ohio State Application Requirements

To apply to Ohio State, you’ll need to fill out the Common Application, submit an ACT or SAT score, submit your high school transcript, plus an optional recommendation letter from either a teacher or counselor. Everything should be submitted on October 1st approximately.

Here’s a full list of application requirements:

Fill out the Common Application

Submit an ACT score or SAT score

Submit your high school transcript

Submit one letter of recommendation from a counselor or teacher (optional)

The application deadline is approximately October 1st. February 1st is the financial aid application deadline.

Have you been admitted to Ohio State? Congratulations! Below is a glimpse of what your classmates will be like.

Ohio State Admitted Students Profile

If you matriculate at Ohio State, you’ll be joining a diverse class, with students from all over the U.S. and the world, and have a chance to study in dozens of fields.

Here are some interesting facts about the recently admitted class:

Roughly 52% are male and 48% are female

7.8% of students are international

Ohio State has a diverse class, as well, with a large number of people of color. The ethnicities of admitted applicants are:

International: 7.8%

Underrepresented minority: 3.9%

Two or more races: 3.4%

White: 75.5%

What do these admitted students plan to study? Ohio State offers dozens of majors, and students matriculating there pursue a wide number of subjects. Here is a list of some of the top programs:

Ohio State Tuition Figures

At $44,039, Ohio State’s cost of attendance is astronomical. But, don’t panic! Most incoming students receive some form of financial aid, and the average award is $9,548.

Here’s a fuller look at Ohio State tuition and financial aid in 2017:

Total budget: $44,039

Average financial aid package: $9,548

The average student debt of an Ohio State graduate is $27,930

Now, what is life like at Ohio State? Let’s take a look.

Ohio State Location

Ohio State is located in Columbus, Ohio, about two and a half miles north of downtown Columbus.

Much of the architectural style on campus is a mixture of classical, modern, and postmodern techniques. Four buildings on campus also are on the National Register of Historic Places.

Remember, you’re going to Ohio State for its excellent academics! Below is a look at what academic life will be like.

Ohio State Academics

Ohio State has dozens of majors. Some of the school’s more interesting majors are:

Accounting

Biochemistry

Computer Science and Engineering

Data Analytics

Economics

Film Studies

Geography

Health Care

Information Systems

Journalism

Korean

Linguistics

Mathematics

Nursing

Operations Management

Philosophy

Now, let’s take a look at life outside the classroom at Ohio State.

Student Life at Ohio State

Ohio State has hundreds of student organizations, covering academic interests, creative and performing arts, cultural and racial initiatives, gender and sexuality affinity groups, government and politics interests, and various media and publications.

Here’s a sampling of Ohio State’s student activities:

Adopt-A-School

BAAM

Cadets Against Sexual Harassment/Assault

Dance Connection

East Asian Culture Club

Face The Children at Ohio State

Game Creation Club

H2O Students

Impact Marketing and Design

J2K

Kendo Club

Ladies of Leadership

Mad Royal Film Society

Namaste Bollywood

Off the Lake Productions

Partnering Up For Pets

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Are you an athlete? Ohio State’s got plenty of options for you.

Ohio State Athletics

Ohio State offers a large number of intercollegiate sports, with extensive varsity, as well as club, offerings, for both men and women. So, if you’re not up to varsity level, remember there are plenty of club and intramural sports to try out for, too.

Ohio State’s sports include:

Baseball

Basketball

Football

Cross-Country

Wrestling

Soccer

Fencing

Track & Field

Tennis

Who might you become with an Ohio State degree? Let’s take a look at some well-known and successful alums:

Notable Alums

Ohio State has produced politicians, business tycoons, entertainers, musicians, media figures, and leaders in dozens of other fields.

Here’s a list of some particularly well-known alums:

Pulitzer Prize-winning poet Mary Oliver

Author Harlan Ellison

Author Chester Himes

Playwright Adrienne Kennedy

Painter Roy Lichtenstein

Folk singer Phil Ochs

Cartoonist Jeff Smith

Iams founder Paul Iams

Limited Brands CEO Leslie Wexner

Musician Kim Deal

Comedian Richard Lewis

Actress Patricia Heaton

And this is only a partial list!

Remember!

Getting into Ohio State is very competitive. Don’t despair if you get a no. If you have a strong GPA and high test scores, you have a great chance of getting into at least one of the more competitive schools. And if you don’t, remember: where you go is NOT who you are. If you work hard, you’ll end up at a school that’s right for you, and still get a great education.

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